GLT 676. 1942 National Fire Service (NFS) Austin K2 Fire engine with trailer pump.
Picture added on 13 April 2008
Comments:
This one has an exceptionally low roof line, no doubt to fit into a particular building. I don't know if it was built like this or altered later in its life.
It is now owned by the National Fire Service Display Group, who go to 1940s events in the Midlands. It lives in Lowdham just a couple of miles from Hoveringham, and also went to Welland Steam Rally to help with the big AFS pumping demonstration.
This was originally owned and "restored" by Dick Sillitoe of Washington, Tyne & Wear. He rebuilt it with the low roof in order to be accomodated inside the car garage attached to the side of his bungalow. The photo is taken at Teesside Airport fire engine rally where Dick was a regular supporter until he died.
Added by Dusty on 12 December 2008.